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It's advisable to start with books like Timothy or Titus when selecting a biblical book for your church.
It's advisable to start with books like Timothy or Titus when selecting a biblical book for your church.
False (B)
Considering the needs of the church flock is unimportant when choosing a biblical book.
Considering the needs of the church flock is unimportant when choosing a biblical book.
False (B)
The author suggests utilizing feedback from the elders when making decisions about what book to teach.
The author suggests utilizing feedback from the elders when making decisions about what book to teach.
True (A)
The statement 'I'm not only the commentator in my church, I'm the only tater' reflects a healthy leadership approach.
The statement 'I'm not only the commentator in my church, I'm the only tater' reflects a healthy leadership approach.
Having a plurality of godly men in church leadership is considered beneficial.
Having a plurality of godly men in church leadership is considered beneficial.
The decision-making process should solely rely on the individual pastor without any outside input.
The decision-making process should solely rely on the individual pastor without any outside input.
The pastor should always make decisions independently without consulting their congregation.
The pastor should always make decisions independently without consulting their congregation.
Comfort and encouragement in biblical teachings are particularly important during times of illness and disaster within a church.
Comfort and encouragement in biblical teachings are particularly important during times of illness and disaster within a church.
Flashcards
Considering the needs of your flock
Considering the needs of your flock
Being aware of and responding to the needs of your congregation.
Seeking feedback from elders
Seeking feedback from elders
Asking for feedback from fellow leaders and elders for guidance and wisdom.
Selecting appropriate books
Selecting appropriate books
Choosing books that will be helpful and inspiring for your church.
Pastoral Epistles
Pastoral Epistles
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Baptist Pope mentality
Baptist Pope mentality
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Plurality of godly men
Plurality of godly men
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Contextualizing scripture
Contextualizing scripture
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Scripture for comfort and encouragement
Scripture for comfort and encouragement
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Study Notes
Choosing a Biblical Book for Study
- Consider the needs of your congregation. Different churches face different challenges, and the chosen book should address those needs. For example, if the church is facing illness and hardship, a book focusing on God's sovereignty in suffering might be beneficial.
- Choose a book relevant to the current situation of the flock.
- Avoid books like Timothy or Titus initially. While valuable to all believers, these books primarily focus on church leadership, making them less suitable for general study for the whole congregation.
Seeking Elder Input
- Involve church elders in the decision-making process. Seek their feedback on possible books, because they possess valuable wisdom.
- Present options and discuss them in elder meetings. This collaborative approach honors the principles of leadership and congregational harmony.
- Avoid an authoritarian "pope-like" approach. Recognize and value the perspectives of others. God's design is for multiple leaders, with their collective wisdom.
Prioritise New Testament Books
- Begin with a New Testament book. The Old Testament is valuable but the New Testament reveals what the Old Testament only concealed.
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Description
This quiz helps guide the selection of a biblical book appropriate for congregational study. It emphasizes the importance of considering the needs and challenges faced by the church community, while also valuing the input of church elders in the decision-making process. Engage with your congregation's unique circumstances to make a thoughtful choice.
